Library Cards

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Any California resident can get an Oakland Public Library card. Library cards are free and are available at all our locations. You must pick up your card in person (unless you are eligible for Extended Services).

Visit your nearest library to pick up your card. To apply in person, you can print out an application form below, complete it at home and bring it to your nearest library.

If you are over 17 years old, you must show one piece of identification.

A child's application (for age 12 and under) needs the signature of a parent or guardian. If you are between 13 and 17 years old, you can either apply with a parent or guardian's signature or by bringing in one piece of acceptable identification.

You must have your own library card to check out library materials. You are responsible for all items checked out to you.

A patron can check out up to 50 items as long as their fines remain at $50 or less.